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Cumberland County Literacy Institute

 Promoting and developing the adult literacy rate in Cumberland County is a desperately needed service. A 1992 survey by the U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics estimated that about 21% of the adult population—more than 40 million Americans over the age of 16—had only rudimentary reading and writing skills. A 1996 National Adult Literacy Survey funded by the US Department of Education found that over 60% of adults in Cumberland County, New Jersey, are either non-literate or only functionally literate.

Long-term follow-up studies by the National Center for Family Literacy found that 51% of adults participating in literacy programs earned their GED or the equivalent, and 43% of those participating became employed, compared with a 14% employment rate before they enrolled in a literacy program. The Center also found that 23% of those on public assistance when first enrolled in literacy programs are now self-sufficient. Adult literacy programs work.

The Cumberland County Literacy Institute (CCLI) is a way to revitalize our community by enabling our disadvantaged adults and older youth to gain the literacy skills necessary to empower their lives. The CCLI offers not only one-on-one tutoring programs at local libraries and other designated sites throughout the county, but also outreach programs for various faith-based and neighborhood organizations.

This web site is currently being redeveloped. If you have any questions or would like more information on the Cumberland County Literacy Institute please contact Karen Arenz, 856.691.8600 ext. 343 or email her. Thanks!



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